Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how ClimbGear Pro ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects information when you visit climbgearpro.com (the "Site"). By using the Site, you agree to the practices described here.

ClimbGear Pro is operated by Rankopath.com, based in the United States. If you have any questions about this policy, you can reach us at hello@climbgearpro.com.

1. Information we collect

Information you give us. When you subscribe to our newsletter, email us, or leave a comment, we collect the details you provide — typically your name and email address, and any information contained in your message.

Information collected automatically. Like most websites, we automatically collect certain technical data when you browse, including your IP address, browser type, device information, referring pages, the pages you view, and the dates and times of your visits. This is gathered through cookies and similar technologies (see below).

2. Cookies and tracking technologies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help websites function and understand how visitors use them. We use:

• Essential cookies — required for the Site to work properly.
• Analytics cookies — to understand how visitors use the Site so we can improve it.
• Advertising and affiliate cookies — set by us or third parties to deliver relevant ads and to attribute affiliate purchases.

You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings, and decline non-essential cookies via our consent banner where shown. Disabling some cookies may affect how the Site works.

3. Analytics

We use analytics services such as Google Analytics to measure traffic and understand visitor behavior in aggregate. These services may set cookies and collect data such as your IP address and browsing activity. You can learn more and opt out using Google's browser add-on at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.

4. Affiliate links

ClimbGear Pro participates in affiliate programs, including the Amazon Associates Program and other affiliate networks. This means we may earn a commission when you click certain links and make a purchase, at no extra cost to you. These programs use cookies to track referrals so purchases can be correctly attributed. Our reviews and rankings are independent and are never influenced by affiliate relationships. See our Affiliate Disclosure for more.

5. Advertising and sponsored content

We display advertising and run banner placements and sponsored posts. Third-party advertising partners may use cookies and similar technologies to show ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites. Sponsored content is always clearly labelled. You can opt out of personalized advertising through industry tools such as the Digital Advertising Alliance and Your Online Choices (EU).

6. Email and newsletter

If you subscribe, we use your email address to send updates, new guides, and occasional offers through an email service provider [e.g., MailerLite / Mailchimp]. Every email includes an unsubscribe link, and you can opt out at any time. We do not sell your email address.

7. How we use your information

• To operate, maintain, and improve the Site
• To send newsletters and respond to your messages
• To display relevant content and advertising
• To analyze traffic and usage trends
• To detect, prevent, and address technical issues or abuse
• To comply with legal obligations

8. How we share information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data with trusted service providers who help us run the Site (such as analytics, hosting, advertising, and email providers), and we may disclose information where required by law or to protect our rights. These providers are only permitted to use your information to provide services to us.

9. Your privacy rights

Depending on where you live, you may have the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict the processing of your personal data, to object to processing, and to data portability. If you are in the European Economic Area or UK, our legal bases for processing are your consent and our legitimate interests in operating the Site. If you are a California resident, you have rights under the CCPA, including the right to know and delete your information and to opt out of the "sale" of personal information (note: we do not sell personal information).

To exercise any of these rights, email us at hello@climbgearpro.com. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

10. Data retention

We keep personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy, or as required by law. Newsletter data is retained until you unsubscribe; analytics data is retained according to the provider's settings.

11. Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information, but no method of transmission or storage over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

12. Children's privacy

The Site is not directed to children under the age of 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us and we will delete it.

13. Third-party links

The Site contains links to third-party websites, including retailers and partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before sharing any information.

14. International visitors

We are based in the United States, and your information may be processed in countries other than your own, which may have different data protection laws. By using the Site, you consent to this transfer.

15. Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last updated" date above. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

16. Contact us

If you have any questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, contact us at hello@climbgearpro.com.